Last week, a college campus was abuzz with controversy over the apparent use of facial recognition technology in smart vending machines. The issue came to light when a Reddit user shared a photo suggesting the presence of facial recognition tech in the machines. Subsequently, a report by a student publication investigated the claims, leading to the University of Waterloo removing the vending machines from campus.
While the use of facial recognition technology in vending machines may seem surprising, experts suggest it is becoming increasingly common. Chris Russell, a professor at the Oxford Internet Institute, explained that the affordability and popularity of facial recognition tech have led to its integration into various systems.
